1st Nature Walk
I went to a trail nearby my dorm that I normally go to to run, but today was different. I took the time to take everything in and truly absorb what was around me, instead of quickly glancing at nearby places and running off. It was really nice outside, in the low 70s but a little humid, which made me work up quite a sweat. I encountered many interesting plants and even was able to get really close to a few animals. While observing I noticed that two different plants had the same name of Goldenrods even though they looked completely different. Furthermore, I encountered many types of fungi such as Black-staining Polypore, Common Greenshield Lichen, Wrinkled Crust and Fomitopsis. I really enjoyed talking this walk as it felt like a short getaway from the stresses of school and home. The fact all these gems were in a place I go to so frequently made me realize how often I overlook even the simplest beautiful things nature has to offer.
